Having studied History of Art, Italian and English at Leicester University, Carly thought that her future lay within the world of galleries and museums, however two years as a tour escort for Cosmos Tourama started a passion for travel that she still has today.

Carly then worked in marketing at Venice Simplon Orient-Express, as an account executive at a travel specialist PR agency before moving into the cruise sector, working for Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line and now Seabourn, with responsibility for consumer and trade marketing for both brands. with added responsibility for overseeing the Seabourn Europe marketing team and GSA’s.

Carly is committed to growing the cruise industry and encouraging new travellers to discover the cultural and learning benefits of taking a cruise or expedition.  She often gives presentations, takes part in industry events, and has sat on the CLIA UK & Ireland Specialist cruise committee.

Married with two adult children, Carly still loves travelling and often cruises for family holidays.  Her favourite place is Italy, where she and her husband own a villa, (complete with a trullo) in Ostuni, Puglia. She still loves art and archaeology, as well as theatre and literature.